Q. Magnitude of electrical shock on a human body depends upon __.

A
Current flow through the body
B
Path of electric current through the body
C
Duration of electric shock
D
All of the above
Solution:

Electrical injury is a physiological reaction caused by electric current passing through the body.Electric shock occurs upon contact of a (human) body part with any source of electricity that causes a sufficient magnitude of current to pass through the victim’s flesh, viscera or hair. Physical contact with energized wiring or devices is the most common cause of an electric shock. In cases of exposure to high voltages, such as on a power transmission tower, physical contact with energized wiring or objects may not be necessary to cause electric shock, as the voltage may be sufficient to “jump” the air gap between the electrical device and the victim.

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